PRESENT: Scott Linek, Vice President; Skip Kruszona, Treasurer; Ed Abeyta Secretary, Alex Moore, Steve Huddleston and John Marsh, Directors. Kathy Michaels represented Preferred Property Managers (PPM). Patty Werdowatz was absent.
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.
MINUTES: The minutes of the June 11, 2003 meeting Board meeting were approved as written.
FINANCIAL: The financial statement for the period ending June 30,2003 were accepted subject to audit.
RESERVE STUDY: PPM provided the Board with a preliminary draft for the reserve study from SCT. The Board will review it at their July 19 budget meeting.
MAINTENANCE: John Marsh reported that Top Notch Construction was replacing wood that had dry rotted or termite damage on the buildings that are being painted. Dry rot or termite damage are especially bad on the buildings with siding. Skip Kruszona reported that they were approximately 2/3rd's finished with the lighting project. Skip Kruszona asked if there was a written proposal for the remaining fences that were planned in the fall. PPM is to obtain that bid.
LANDSCAPE: Ed Abeyta reported that PPM had been provided with a tree list to send to three bidders for the upcoming tree-trimming project. He did not expect any more trees to be removed at this time. Ed also reported that the frontages are almost complete. The committee is not 100% satisfied with some of the frontages and that Weststar is to replant some of them. Ed indicated that once the frontages were complete, the committee would be open to written requests for special plantings. The Board reviewed a proposal from Weststar for drainage in several locations and will revisit the issue pending the July budget meeting.
CANYON TASK FORCE: Ed Abeyta reported that California Conservation Corp. had started on Monday and anticipated being done by Friday. The committee is anticipating negotiations with Weststar to keep the area up rather than having to do a major project again.
CLUBHOUSE: John Marsh reported that there are several rentals for the upcoming month. When asked, he explained that Joyce Bliss is changing the key box combination after each use.
HOMEOWNERS FORUM: Several homeowners were present to discuss various issues. Issues discussed included whether or not the sprinklers in the canyon were working properly, a homeowner suggested that a few homeowners as well as Board members be trained how to turn on sprinklers in case of a fire; Minutes: It was also suggested that minutes be mailed to all homeowners or to take some action to make minutes available to homeowners; Tree removal: at individual homes was discussed and Ed Abeyta indicated to homeowners present that the Landscape Committee would entertain the option of installing additional trees once all tree work is complete; Pool Area: Comments were made that the pool area was not being maintained properly and the Spa temperature is incorrect. Tree Additions: A homeowner indicated the City was replacing trees and that the Association may be able to get free trees. The same homeowner also brought up the issue of the heat in the upper levels of the units. Skip Kruszona will check with the roofing company to see what can be done.
POOL/SPA AREA: Alex Moore reported that he had received numerous complaints about the condition of the water in the Spa and Pool as well as other issues relating to the service provided. PPM is to obtain three (3) Pool service bids.
ARCHITECTURAL: There were no requests presented.
NEWSLETTERS: A motion was made, seconded and carried to remove the Board members phone numbers from the newsletter as they were receiving harassing phone calls.
PARKING: After a lengthy discussion PPM requested to redo the parking notice in conjunction with Steve Huddleston and to check further for towing signs at the entrance and to make sure signs are at the legal height.
OLD BUSINESS: The Board discussed the letter from the homeowner at [] Pine Knoll regarding removal of the patio cover. Board requested PPM contact the homeowner to verify if we were going to do the removal and replacement or if she would do removal and replacement. No architectural request will be needed, as she is replacing with like product.
NEW BUSINESS: Minutes; Board discussed possibility of publishing the minutes on the web site. Ed Abeyta indicated he would work with Greg Smutko and PPM to see what can be done to do this.
CORRESPONDENCE: The Board reviewed a request for PPM to increase the cost for lien letters from $30.00 to $60.00 due to additional work now required. The Board approved the increase.
SHOW CAUSE HEARING: Homeowner from [] Rimpark Lane was present to discuss the issue of the dog running loose. After discussion with the homeowner a motion was made, second and carried to fine the homeowner $100.00 and to hold the fine in abeyance unless the dog is seen and verified running loose, defecating in the common area without being picked up.
NEXT MEETING: The next meeting will be Wednesday, August 13, 2003 at 6:00 p.m. in the Clubhouse.
ADJOURNMENT: The Meeting adjourned at 8:00pm to Executive Session to discuss legal matters and items of a sensitive nature.
Respectfully Submitted
| Kathy Michaels | Ed Abeyta |
| Recording Secretary | Secretary |
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